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Rich in culture and history, Old Town Bluffton is truly worthy of its recent state designation as a Cultural District, as well as its national registry as a Historic District.

Founded in the early nineteenth century by area planters as a resort community, Bluffton continues today as a delightful place to visit for a day, a weekend or more to truly discover why locals call it a “State of Mind”!

Nestled on the banks of the May River, Old Town offers many explorations. The streets are lined with unique boutiques, antique shops, galleries, eateries and specialized retailers. The pristine river offers breath-taking vistas from Oyster Factory Park on Wharf Street as well as from the foot of Calhoun Street at Church of the Cross.

For the more active, kayak and boat excursions are offered on the river along with paddle boarding. For history buffs there are guided walking tours of the Historic District and its structures along with docent tours of the Heyward House Museum. Old Town Bluffton truly has something for everyone.

Come explore. Savor our rich history, culture and natural beauty. Feast on our local seafood. Shop our unique and sometimes quirky shops and galleries. Enjoy our true Southern hospitality. Experience the Bluffton State of Mind!

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Signore Coastal Art

Signore Coastal Art

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Bee-Town Mead & Cider

Bee-Town Mead & Cider

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The Bluffton Sun

The Bluffton Sun

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Vaux & Marscher PA

Vaux & Marscher PA

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Ben Ham Gallery

Ben Ham Gallery

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Mameem & Maudie

Mameem & Maudie

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May River Excursions

May River Excursions

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Fat Patties

Fat Patties

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The Complete Home

The Complete Home

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Camellia Art

Camellia Art

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Bluffton Farmer's Market

Bluffton Farmer's Market

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Eggs 'N' Tricities

Eggs 'n' Tricities

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Heyward House Museum

Heyward House Museum

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Al-Harry Furniture Design

Al-Harry Furniture Design

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May River Theatre

May River Theatre

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Robert Rommel Gallery

Robert Rommel Gallery of Nature

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The Juice Hive

The Juice Hive

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Bluffton Oyster Company

Bluffton Oyster Company

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Pluff Mudd Art

Pluff Mudd Art

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Bluffton Oyster Company

The Corner Perk

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Mi Tierra

Mi Tierra

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M Home & Garden

M Home & Garden

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The Cottage Cafe, Bakery & Tea Room

The Cottage Cafe, Bakery & Tea Room

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Palmetto State Bank

Palmetto State Bank

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Calhoun Street Gallery

Calhoun Street Gallery

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The Storybook Shoppe

The Storybook Shoppe

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Bluffton Today

Bluffton Today

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SOBA

Society of Bluffton Artists

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Old Town Dispensary

Old Town Dispensary

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Coastal States Bank

Coastal States Bank

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